Amazon Closing Shops + Hot Chicken Eatery Expanding Into Connecticut: CT Business News

There was plenty of business news across Connecticut this past week. If you missed any of it on your local Patch, here's a roundup of some of the most-read stories.

Amazon To Close Shops, This Connecticut Location Expected To Close: Report

Amazon announced plans to close 68 stores across the U.S. including a location in CT.>>>Read More.

Dave's Hot Chicken To Expand Into Connecticut, Plans To Open 8 Locations

With spice levels ranging from "No Spice" to "Reaper," the L.A.-based hot chicken franchise has its eyes on eight locations in Connecticut.>>>Read More.

Popular Ice Cream Shop Plans Closing, Reopening Dates

The popular ice cream shop is closing its longtime location for a new home.>>>Read More.

Local Popular Bakery Opening First Storefront In Downtown

A family-owned business that caters weddings and corporate events, hopes to open its bakery in June.>>>Read More.

Looming Massive Bank Merger Means Layoffs For Nearly 750 People

The Federal Reserve has cleared the way for the takeover, and it’s estimated that nearly 750 people will be laid off. Here are the new details.>>>Read More.

Drive-Thru Deli Proposed For Former Bank Site: Report

The proposal is the second time the plan has gone before commission.>>>Read More.

Nardelli's Grinder Shoppe Opens New Location: Here’s Where

A new Nardelli's Grinder Shoppe has officially opened and customers are already enjoying it, according to the franchise owner.>>>Read More.

New Restaurant Owned By Acclaimed Chef To Open March 22

The restaurant, owned by the acclaimed chef will open later this month.>>>Read More.

Other top business stories:

• New Sports Bar, Restaurant Coming To Downtown
• Proposal Would Replace Catering Building With Housing
• Dog Training Center Proposed
• Quassy Hiring For Summer Seasonal Positions
• Popular Bakery To Open New Store
• Here's How Many New Business Applications Connecticut Received In 2021
• Town Revokes Permit For Tesla Service Center: Report
• Iconic Ice Cream Parlor To Open For Season This Month
• CT Files $5M Stipulation Judgment Against Middletown Company
• CycleBar To Open Location

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